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1920 Map of Newport

Name: 1920 Topographic Map of Newport
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1920
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1920

About this map

Newport and its surrounding coastal defenses dominate this military survey, reflecting the strategic importance of Narragansett Bay following World War I. The map details a landscape of significant naval and coastal fortifications, including Fort Adams and the Naval Torpedo Sta. on Goat Island. To the west, Conanicut Island is anchored by Fort Getty and Fort Wetherill, while the southern tip of the island is marked by the Beaver Tail Light.

Transport and coastal commerce are well-defined, showing the Sea View R.R. Co. Electric R.R. running through Narragansett Pier and Wakefield. The shoreline is heavily marked with maritime landmarks such as Brentons Reef Light Ship and Watsons Pier, alongside local geographical features like The Bonnet and Point Judith Neck. This document serves as a detailed record of the Rhode Island coastline before modern development, capturing the layout of historic settlements from Peacedale to Jamestown.